Camping

The smell of wood smoke and the mouthwatering smells of food cooking on a campfire combine to cause the tummy to make happy noises in anticipation of a good meal. Cast iron Dutch ovens and...

Having a fire can mean the difference between life and death depending on the type of survival situation you encounter. A fire will let you cook, boil water or stay warm. Using hand sanitizer gel...

Splicing fiber rope is relatively simple once you've done it a few times. A proper splice actually strengthens the rope at the site of the cut or break and is the trimmest type of knot work for...

The market for camping and outdoor sport supplies has grown tremendously over the years and outdoor enthusiasts can spend hundreds or thousands of dollars a year on camping gear and outdoor...

Millions of people get back to the outdoors in an RV every year. Some go to the beach, while others enjoy a mountain, desert or forest setting. No matter where an RV owner goes, however, a shady...

Coleman camp stoves have a long history among campers looking for efficient cooking. The company's main two-burner model, the Classic 425, operates on Coleman fuel, a trade name for white gas, a...

Despite their lower light output, electric lanterns are more convenient for the average camper since a convenience store is more likely to have a lantern battery than a bottle of kerosene or...

Sometimes the only way to find a cheap tent that fits within your budget is to make one yourself. Keep in mind the smaller the tent, the lighter it will be. These instructions will be enough to...

Zippers have always been a problem when it comes to sleeping bags. They can often be repaired however replacing them are really quite easy. Follow the instructions to replace your sleeping bags...

In 1900, W.C. Coleman was attracted to a lamp in a drug store window that allowed him to read the finest print even with his poor eyesight. That lamp was the seed that started Coleman Company,...

Portable griddles are useful and convenient when you want to cook somewhere other than your kitchen or patio. Camp Chef has been producing outdoor cooking products since 1990, and they include...

Silva is one of the main manufacturers of orienteering compasses from around the world. If you are planning an expedition where compass and navigation are going to be needed, then having safe...

Repairing a broken or cut rope or extending a three-strand twisted grass rope that's too short is a simple skill that every sailor, cowboy, Boy Scout and lumberjack used to know. It's not really...

Constructing a campfire can be an easy task, but there are times when lighting a fire and finding dry firewood can be a hassle. However, careful planning can help prevent fire problems on a...

Husky makes a popular line of affordable and reliable flashlights in all different sizes, lumen power and designs. Some use rechargeable batteries and others use typical household disposable ones....

RVs are so similar to houses in many respects that they require identical forms of maintenance. Seams around the windows, doors and on the roof, for example, require regular inspection and...

When it is time to break camp and go home, people often get frustrated as they try to fold their dome tent and fit it back into the carry bag it came in. Even something as small as a three-person...

After a long day hiking, getting ready to turn in is more fun and less frustrating if you already know the basic steps of pitching your REI tent. All tents must be unraveled and set up, but...

When you head off on your next camping trip, think twice before collecting firewood in the area. In most cases it's illegal to collect firewood, even if you're just gathering wood that's fallen...

If you own membership to a campground (whether it be annual or lifetime), you have the opportunity to donate that membership to a charity or individual. In most cases this doesn't involve any...

Canvas is a durable material, but when applied as a canopy it usually sits outdoors in all weathers. Accidents and the elements mean some wear and tear is inevitable. There is a simple way to...

Whether you are heading to the great outdoors for a weekend or a week, you need to take special precautions to keep your food cold when camping. You must keep perishable items such as meat, milk...

Display a little patriotic pride by constructing a rustic camp flag pole to fly Old Glory at your next camping event. You can also use this pole to fly a unit banner or decorative pennant. This...

Ozark Trail dome tents, made by NorthPole Limited, assemble in much the same way as standard domes except the tents sport additional shock-cord poles on each side to prop open front footlockers....

Camping pads are used to provide cushion from the hard, lumpy ground and to provide extra warmth for the sleeper. They also prevent your sleeping bag from getting damp and dirty--yes, a sleeping...

Fixed-blade knives are important tools for camping and other outdoor activities. Unlike pocket knives, however, these blades require protective coverings for storage and carrying to avoid cuts or...

For the first time in history, the average family no longer stocks large caches of food sufficient to tide them over in an emergency. We live in a society built on vast complex of interlocking...

Marmot tents are built to last. You can ensure that your tent will continue to serve you for many years with proper cleaning and storage. Although a tent does not need a thorough wash every time...

Camping in the outdoors is a favorite activity for many people. Food safety is a concern, however, since refrigeration is not an option. There are two main types of camping. Car camping, where you...

Potassium permanganate is an inorganic substance that has various uses. This chemical is an oxidizing agent that can be utilized in water treatment facilities to remove strong odors from water....

Camp kitchens are light, movable setups that provide preparation space and storage for utensils, camp stoves, and pans, and collapse for easy loading and storage. You can buy commercial camp...

Hanging out on the beach is always a lot of fun, but temperature drops and cold evening breezes can make it a bit cold and uncomfortable once the sun disappears. Assuming the beach allows...

A 20-liter (5-gallon) camp shower bag weighs more than 40 pounds. Trying to lift 40 pounds into the air using just arm strength and a rope thrown over a tree amounts to a long, futile struggle....

Air beds are inflatable mattresses that make excellent camping beds or extra sleeping accommodations for the occasional guest. Air beds take up little space when deflated and provide a...

Outdoor seating for campgrounds does not have to be complicated. The size and shape of your seating area should be flexible, easy to assemble and simple to strike. Cinder block and stock lumber...

The Eureka Extended Stay tent is a three-season tent that, with its large mesh windows and doors, is very comfortable in hot weather. The rainfly is will keep out moderate drizzle, but a driving...

One draw of camping is that it is a completely different experience. People go on vacation to "get away from it all," but in a hotel, the only thing you are getting away from is your geographic...

Greatland tents are made by NorthPole and sold by Target. The tents can also be found through Amazon.com and eBay. There are several models of Greatland tents, from simple two-person domes to...

Even the smallest of tears in a canvas tent can be devastating to the outdoorsman who relies on the tent for shelter and comfort. Tents are designed to keep you warm, dry and safe, and a damaged...

The Coleman Road Trip Grill offers a popular outdoor recreation grilling solution. The Road Trip Grill and its models are both collapsible and portable. Although a popular commercial product, the...

When building a fire, it is a good idea to take advantage of any spare materials you have laying about. If you have recently completed a building project, this may well be a good chance for you to...

Camping means different things for different people. Some prefer to rough it entirely and go for days without taking a shower. For them, camping is an escape from the day-to-day regular life....

Nylon rope is made up of many strands of a synthetic fiber of the same name. These strands of fiber are twisted and braided to make up the rope. When the rope is cut, the strands will begin to...

Therm-a-Rest air mattresses have been around for over three decades. These pads are one of the main standards of comfort while trekking in the back country. They feature self-inflatable technology...

Camping in the wilderness has perks that no other recreation has. Cooking over a campfire is one of them. There isn't a lot of special equipment needed, but cooking utensils for the home kitchen...

In the air force they teach you (or at least taught you) how to hunt and survive in the wild with nothing more than a small weapon. In the event that your aircraft went down, you were forced to...

Going for an RV outing can be a wonderful experience. For many people, nothing can beat being in the outdoors while at the same time having the convenience of running water. RV plumbing systems...

If the fabric on your RV awning tears or deteriorates beyond the point of repair, you must replace it. But replacing a RV awning is a difficult and possibly dangerous task, because the springs...

Sitting around a campfire out on the trail cooking or telling ghost stories is a favorite pastime of outdoor enthusiasts across the globe. Whether in your backyard or out in the wilderness, a fire...

Whether you are camping or traveling in a Third World country, your water sources are limited and purifying the water you have can be a matter of survival. Dirty water can contain harmful...